Lead Power Electronics & Grid Research Scientist

Hitachi Energy; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Sweden's research center is seeking a Research Scientist with expertise in power electronics and power systems. You will work in dynamic teams with access to advanced lab facilities to push innovations in sustainable energy.

The role emphasizes leading R&D projects, collaborating with industry and academia, publishing results, and mentoring junior researchers. Fluency in English is required, and prior TSO knowledge is welcomed.

Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical Engineering with specialization in power electronics and/or power systems.
• Strong expertise in designing and implementing power electronic converters and controllers, including hands-on experience with hardware prototyping, laboratory validation, and modeling & simulation.
• Demonstrated experience with Transmission System Operator (TSO) requirements and grid code compliance for utility-scale energy systems.
• Proven experience leading complex R&D projects, ideally as a technical lead or principal investigator.
• Experience in energy storage, advanced control strategies, or application of machine learning in power systems is a plus.
• Background in publishing peer-reviewed research, filing patents, or presenting at international conferences.
• Excellent communication skills, collaboration, and adaptability. Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead groundbreaking research initiatives shaping the future of sustainable energy.
• Develop, design, and implement innovative solutions to technical challenges in R&D projects.
• Utilize laboratory facilities to conduct experiments, analyze data, and validate pioneering concepts.
• Take ownership of high-profile R&D projects and lead cross-disciplinary teams.
• Develop and champion original ideas, securing funding and support for transformative research.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and academic partners to expand influence.
• Deliver findings through patent applications, publications, and presentations at international conferences.
• Mentor future innovators and foster a culture of excellence.

Skills

Power electronics

Power systems

Hardware prototyping

Modeling & simulation

Leadership

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Grid modeling tools

Laboratory validation

Job description

Hitachi Energy in Sweden's research center is seeking a Research Scientist with expertise in power electronics and power systems. You will work in dynamic teams with access to advanced lab facilities to push innovations in sustainable energy.

The role emphasizes leading R&D projects, collaborating with industry and academia, publishing results, and mentoring junior researchers. Fluency in English is required, and prior TSO knowledge is welcomed.